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Prince William met families in Newquay Tuesday as the first residents moved into 850 new homes built on a former industrial site. The £120 million regeneration project, the largest in Cornwall this decade, aims to address the housing crisis while preserving the coastal town’s surf culture.
The 12 expressions of interest for the Gordon Road site have sparked a debate over whether to break the 1902 recreational covenant. Council officers insist the process remains objective, but residents question the future of the green space.
Winchester City Council is set to decide on the future of Bar End Depot by summer, with 12 bids under review. A £2.2m pavilion and new investment policy are also in play as the city reshapes its commercial landscape.
Winchester’s Central Winchester Regeneration faces mixed reviews as city leaders tout progress while critics condemn the retention of the Kings Walk building. A council update reveals shifting timelines and public feedback shaping the £250m project.
Winchester City Council has approved £1.8 million in developer-funded projects, ranging from theatre expansions to solar panel installations. The funding, drawn from the Community Infrastructure Levy, targets accessibility, sustainability, and local amenities across the district.
A male peregrine falcon, a fixture at an ancient abbey for three years, has been killed by a vehicle. The tragedy has left conservationists reeling and highlights the dangers faced by these magnificent birds.